Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulifera
ID:
131115

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xvii. (1881-82) 207.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130444



Common Names

  • California Lessingia
  • Tarweed Lessingia
  • Woolly Lessingia


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Synonyms

  • Lessingia lemmonii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Lessingia ramulosissima A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Lessingia germanorum lemmonii J.T.Howell [unknown]
  • Lessingia lemmonii ramulosissima (A.Nelson) Ferris [unknown]
  • Lessingia germanorum glandulifera J.T.Howell [unknown]
  • Lessingia germanorum ramulosissima J.T.Howell [unknown]

Description

Lessingia glandulifera (also called Glandular Lessingia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingia glandulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey and forage for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lessingia glandulifera var. peirsonii (J.T.Howell) Markos
Lessingia glandulifera var. tomentosa (Greene) Ferris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingia glandulifera has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingia glandulifera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall. Division can be done in the spring or fall as well.

Where to Find Lessingia glandulifera

Lessingia glandulifera is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lessingia glandulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingia glandulifera?

Lessingia glandulifera

What is the common name of Lessingia glandulifera?

Glandular Lessingia

What is the natural habitat of Lessingia glandulifera?

It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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